DJ Lag Features on Moonshine’s New Single “Monkey Effects” Ahead of Upcoming Album and Film

Durban’s Gqom pioneer DJ Lag brings unrelenting energy to Monkey Effects, his latest single released in collaboration with the boundary-pushing Moonshine collective. Out now via Moonshine/ADA Warner, the track forms part of Moonshine’s new bundle of releases — a continued exploration of genre-fluid, global dance sounds.

Known for his signature fusion of heavy percussion, warped synths and minimalist, high-intensity production, DJ Lag delivers a futuristic anthem with Monkey Effects. The track is a masterclass in tension and release: bold rhythms collide with tightly compressed sound design, evoking the chaos and excitement of a marching band gone rogue. At once experimental and dancefloor-ready, Monkey Effects taps into Lag’s instinct for building visceral soundscapes that are impossible to ignore.

This release forms part of Moonshine’s broader multi-sensory universe — a collective known for their global full-moon parties, hybrid releases, and recent cinematic ventures. The Monkey Effects drop coincides with the release of Moon, a collaboration between DJ Satelite, DJ Gálio, and Kelly Gomez, and precedes the launch of Zaïre Space Program, an Afro-futurist feature film produced by Moonshine.

Lag’s contribution stands out as a fiery call to freedom — urging listeners to let go, move instinctively, and embrace curiosity on the dancefloor. Monkey Effects is a bold reminder of why DJ Lag continues to lead the charge in South Africa’s electronic music evolution.

Listen to Monkey Effects now on all platforms.